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Insights on Game Industry Start-Ups: John Romero

John Romero is an award-winning game designer, programmer, and artist whose work spans over 150 games, including iconic games such as Wolfenstein, DOOM, and Quake. He's also a serial entrepreneur who has founded over 11 successful companies. In this interview, he gives advice on founding a gaming startup, from creating a business plan and finding investors to dealing with contractors and paperwork. John's insights are both inspirational and practical, filled with solid advice on starting a game company. For a different perspective on breaking into the game industry, check out the interview with John's wife and creative partner, Brenda Romero, in our Insights with a Game Designer course.Award-winning game designer John Romero, creator of Quake and DOOM, gives advice on founding a gaming startup, from creating a business plan and finding investors to dealing with contractors and paperwork.